Tag: tech
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Meze 105 Silva – Set, Forget, and Just Listen
The Meze 105 Silva is an effortlessly musical open-back that prioritises comfort, cohesion, and long-term listening enjoyment. With excellent bass for the price, beautiful mids, and a smooth, fatigue-free treble, it’s a headphone designed to live with; not analyse. One I keep reaching for.
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Punch Audio Portazo – Bass First, But Not Bass Only
Punch Audio’s Portazo is an unapologetic basshead IEM, delivering deep, textured low-end without completely sacrificing the rest of the spectrum. After extended listening across multiple sources, it proved to be more refined than expected, with solid mids, smooth treble, and excellent value for a purpose-built set.
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Simgot SuperMix 5 – Refinement Over Fireworks
The SuperMix 5 IEM offers a balanced audio experience with clear bass, forward mids, and smooth treble, making it a competent all-rounder. Its impressive technical performance, spacious soundstage, and coherent design enhance the listening experience, earning a solid recommendation for users seeking versatility without focusing on any particular sound signature.
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ThieAudio Hype 4: A Fun, Musical Hybrid at $399
The Hype 4 by ThieAudio is an impressive in-ear monitor presented in an attractive box with essential accessories. Featuring a unique driver configuration of 2 dynamic drivers and 4 balanced armatures, it offers several stylish shell color options. Over two weeks of testing with various DAPs, sound quality improved with better sources while maintaining sufficient…
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250 sets in… and the Kiwi Ears Septet still surprised and delighted me
What an intriguing set! I’ve had open TWS before, but I don’t think I’ve had an open IEM, at least nothing memorable. In my headphone stable I have many, many open sets so was looking forward to how this would translate, and if some of the upsides (and downsides) of open sets would come with…
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